Monique Gieskes, CEO of Plantation Huileries du Congo (PHC), is in the spotlight! She was recently awarded the prestigious NHEF African Corporate Transformation Award at the NHEF biennial gala held at the Pierre Hotel in New York, USA.
This award, awarded by the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF), highlights leaders who stand out for their exemplary vision and leadership in the business world, particularly in Africa. Monique Gieskes was chosen for this prestigious distinction in recognition of her exceptional contribution to the revitalization of the Plantation Huileries du Congo, one of the largest agricultural players in Africa and the leading palm oil producer in the Democratic Republic of Congo ( DRC).
Under the able leadership of Monique Gieskes, PHC has made a remarkable transformation, becoming a model of sustainability and business responsibility in the agricultural sector. His commitment to innovation, environmental management and community development has not only revitalized the company, but also had a positive impact on Congolese society as a whole.
Receiving this award, Monique Gieskes expressed her gratitude to her team and highlighted the importance of sustainable and socially responsible business practices in Africa. She firmly believes that by leading with determination and ethics, it is possible to create meaningful change and contribute to the growth and development of communities.
Plantation Huileries du Congo, founded in 1911, is the largest producer of palm oil in the DRC. Over the years, the company has reinvented itself, going through different stages of transformation. Under the leadership of Monique Gieskes, PHC has become an example of financial success, while placing environmental sustainability, community engagement and ethical business practices at the heart of its actions.
Thanks to the three plantations located in the provinces of Tshopo, Mongala and Equateur, the PHC has created more than 6,500 direct jobs and more than 9,500 indirect jobs. It has also contributed to improving the living conditions of local populations, by investing in basic infrastructure and promoting opportunities for workers and their families.
This recognition from the NHEF highlights the importance of the transformation of African businesses and highlights the successes of Monique Gieskes and the PHC in this area. The NHEF Annual Gala, which supports higher education in Nigeria, is an opportunity to celebrate these inspiring leaders and promote their positive impact in their communities and beyond.
In conclusion, Monique Gieskes, CEO of Plantation Huileries du Congo, fully deserves to be awarded the NHEF African Corporate Transformation Award. His transformative leadership and commitment to sustainability and social responsibility have taken PHC to new heights and made it an example to follow in the African agricultural sector.